Project Context and Scope
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Radiologic Technologist and with the technical guidance from the IOM Teleradiology Centre and the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer or Migration Health Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for processing screening X-ray of the refugees and immigrants in the IOM Health Assessment Programme
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
IOM Migration Health Assessment Programme
RESPONSIBILITIES
Tasks to be performed under this contract
Tasks to be performed under this contract
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Take good quality chest X-ray images of migrants as requested by Physicians and/or Radiologist in accordance with IOM and international radiographic standards and resettlement countries technical instructions. Take the appropriate additional chest X-ray views using the standard procedures, when requested.
- Explain the X-ray examination procedures to applicants and answer questions. Prepare equipment’s and examination rooms for use, perform proper ID checking, correct biodata entry to CR/DR machines and standard labelling of the radiographic images avoiding substitutions.
- Apply proper radiographic techniques and radiation protection procedures during X-ray taking, including providing pelvic lead shielding for all, double wrap-around lead shielding for pregnant woman, positioning of applicants, collimation of X-ray beam, and use of proper X-ray exposure factors, and monitoring of applicants during the examinations.
- Perform proper processing of digital images on CR/DR machine, review the image quality and repeat when the image quality is not acceptable. Report important/urgent information to Radiologists and/or Physician.
- Contribute to maintaining consistently high-quality chest X-rays in the Radiology Unit through proper utilization of radiographic techniques, checking and correcting technical quality of the images, adherence to technical requirements of resettlement countries and training of staff involved in chest X-ray taking. Take the role of quality assurance focal person for the X-ray Unit, as needed.
- Participate in ensuring the overall radiation safety of the applicants, staff and the public by applying the standard radiation protection rules and regulations, regularly wearing personal radiation measurement badges, assisting the reading of the personal radiation monitoring badge, performing the duties of radiation protection focal person and communicating with the respective authorities, as needed.
- Take part in the regular and timely quality assurance of the CR/DR X-ray machines through proper handling of machines and regular checking of equipment performance and reporting of issues immediately. Contact external and internal technical service providers regarding maintenance service and repair of the X-ray equipment as needed.
- Contribute in optimizing the workflow in the Radiology Unit through applying regular quality control and improvement of the standard operating procedures including identification procedures and correctness of data entry to ensure quick, correct, and smooth X-ray processing and timely delivery of chest X-ray images and reports.
- Prepare daily worklists, barcodes, check the identity of applicants, radiographic counselling, uploading digital Chest X-rays images to e-Medical website, and/or burning images on CDs.
- Prepare statistical summary reports on operational activities of the Radiology Unit, document any other information and properly keep records as needed.
- Communicate with the Radiologist and/or Teleradiology Centers for the reading of the chest X-rays, take the role of the Country Office’s focal person for coordinating the radiology chest X-ray reading workflow and provide the chest X-ray reports to the panel physicians as needed.
- Contribute in implementing infection control measures and maintaining a tidy and neat work environment in the Radiology Unit.
- Suggest additional measures to improve the quality, speed or safety of the radiological procedures as needed.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
Category
Indicator
Measurement Method
Target / Benchmark
Score (0-5)
Image quality
TI and SOP adherence
Image quality audit results
100% adherence
Biodata entry error rate
# Image delete per 100 records
Explanation of CXR Procedure and pregnacy confirmation/Changing Instructions
Average counseling time for pregnant client
% clients received counseling
100% adherence
IPC Compliance
PPE Usage
PPE usage monitoring - Alcohol bottles and rolls of tissue;
Data Management
UKTB GS Mimosa Emedical 502 completeness
% of fields correctly filled
100%
Client-Centered Care
Satisfaction rating
Average survey score
Professionalism
Supervisor or Peer review rating
Supervisor or Peer review review
Training Participation
Training participation
% of required sessions attended when applicable
100%
Attendance and Punctuality
Attendance; Late reports
Record of attendance/ no of late reports
100%/ less than 2%
Radiation Protection
Use of lead shield
Evidence of use
100% compliance
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Education
- University Bachelor’s degree in radiologic technology from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant experience;
Experience
- Working experience in radiography, especially Chest X-Ray, knowledge of digital radiologymachine required;
- Up to date professional license/Board certificate as per the country’s requirement;
- Good computer skill, especially in Microsoft Excel and Word is essential;
- Knowledge and experience in radiology information systems and Picture archiving and communication systems (PACS) an advantage; and,
- Experience in screening chest X-ray an advantage.
Skills
- Proven ability to work unsupervised and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to work with tight deadlines
- Knowledge of radiation and patient safety
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and customer service skills
- Flexible, adaptable and be able to demonstrate a client-focused attitude to delivery of the highest standards of care
- Demonstrated ability to maintain detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Languages
- Fluency in English (oral and written) required, working knowledge of the local language
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Travel required
- Not required
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
- Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
- Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Notes
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
- IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
- IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
- IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
- IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
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